Wine Australia and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission are pleased to host the Australian Wine Showcase: Taste Beyond in Hanoi for industry professionals across Vietnam.
'Taste Beyond' Showcase
2:30pm - 6:30pm, networking drinks from 5:30pm
Join us at Taste Beyond and explore the unexpected.
Discover the diversity of Australia’s regions and winemaking communities, and connect with the people behind the wines. From established classics to innovative varieties and contemporary styles, experience an Australian wine story shaped by quality, creativity and a spirit of exploration.
Australian wines offer versatility, freshness and balance that pair naturally with the vibrant flavours, shared dining experiences and diverse cuisines of Southeast Asia. Discover how Australian wine complements Vietnam's vibrant food culture and growing appetite for premium lifestyle experiences.
For a deeper look at Australian wine, join a masterclass before the Showcase Tasting presented by Wine Australia’s Education Development Manager Asia Pacific, Kati Vainionpää, in collaboration with our local partners.
Masterclass
History, Evolution and Revolution of Australian Wine
12:30pm - 2:30pm
With more than 200 years of winemaking heritage, Australia is home to some of the world's oldest vines, multi-generational winemaking families, and an ingrained knowledge and respect for the craft. Combined with a spirit of innovation and a remarkable diversity of climates and wine regions, this has shaped one of the world's most dynamic wine landscapes.
This special History, Evolution & Revolution masterclass explores the vineyards, varieties and wines that have defined Australia's past and continue to shape its future. Discover distinguished sites and iconic vines alongside the contemporary styles driving Australia's premium wine evolution today.
Through this guided tasting, discover why Australian wine is a natural complement to Vietnam's vibrant food and wine scene. Combining quality, versatility and consistency, Australian wines offer compelling pairing opportunities across a wide range of menus, occasions and shared dining experiences.
Please note - Places are limited for the masterclass.
Exhibiting Wineries
Browse the exhibiting wineries below and find out more by clicking through to their profile page. Check out their wines, read about the winery and winemakers, and see which locations they’re seeking distribution in. You can also connect with the wineries in advance for further product information, pricing and to book in a meeting.
Registration
Please note that this is a trade tasting and is limited to wine trade and media only.
Registrations opening soon.
For registration enquiries, please email Wine Australia at [email protected].
Masterclass presenter
Kati Vainionpää
Kati has worked in the wine trade for 17 years working in wine retail and wine education, educating a number of wine students from the beginners to advanced level. In her current role as Wine Australia’s Education Development Manager – Asia Pacific, Kati leads Australian Wine education activities across the diverse Asia Pacific markets. She is one of the key team members to develop and bring alive the globally known and award-winning ‘Australian Wine Discovered’ education platform.
Among other things, Kati supports global teams and activities by sharing her in-depth knowledge about Australian regions, varieties and wine community. Kati has completed the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines and Spirits and holds the WSET Certified Educator Level 3 and Assessor Certificate.
Ms Tram Tran
Tram Tran is currently working as a sommelier specialising in wine consultation and education. This year marks her tenth year in the wine and hospitality industry. Along her professional journey, she has been fortunate to achieve a number of milestones including achieving First Place at the Vietnam Best Sommelier Competition and the Best in Australian Wine award in 2014. In the same year, she also collaborated with Wine Australia to host masterclasses, tasting sessions, and promotional activities aimed at introducing and promoting Australian wines in the Vietnamese market.
Exhibitors
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